When choosing a garden bench remember that certain woods do not withstand the outside elements well. You will do well choosing cedar teak cypress and mahogany for instance. Another option although some people believe it takes away from the natural look is a wrought iron garden bench or a plastic...

If you're looking for a sleek piece of furniture for your entry this is the one for you. The pretty leather makes this bench an investment piece you'll enjoy for years and years. It's easy to add pattern to your entryway with this printed bench. Wouldn't it be nice to...

When I think of benches at a dining table I am immediately brought back to Sunday afternoon picnics in the park. The bench however has come a long way and now plays an important part in the design of the eating area. Whether formal or informal bench seating typically allows...

If you are looking to make a lasting change in your outdoor space you can’t beat the durability and style of built-in seating. Fresh patio furniture is fabulous but the right built-in bench designed to suit your space to a T can make your patio feel larger and more welcoming...

Maximize a small space with a custom fit. A small space filled with lots of small furniture just feels cluttered — you can actually seat more people and increase the sense of space with a built-in bench that fits perfectly....

In the bathroom. Speaking of an indoor-outdoor bench a water-resistant bench can be put to good use in the bathroom as well. Tuck a small one inside a shower stall to act as a seat or to hold towels and bath products or pull one up to the tub as...

As a coffee table. A simple bench with no back or sides is versatile enough to transform from a piece of seating to a table and back. Use a bench as your coffee table in a small seating group and you can always move it off to one side as...